M A J O R
M A G A Z I N E
20 Q U E S T I O N S W I T H
P A T R I C K H E A N E Y
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Q: Tell us about your background, where are you from?
A: I was born and raised in South Florida. I grew up by the beach always surfing and enjoying the sun. I have been blessed to be able to travel to many exotic places experiencing many different cultures at a young age. I modeled as a child for many years and grew to love the industry.
Q: Would you say you’re more of an extrovert or an introvert?
A: I would say I am definitely an extrovert.
Q: What was the last show you binge-watched?
A: The last show I binge watched was an Amazon prime series called Reacher.
Q: Who’s your favorite designer and why?
A: I absolutely love Ralph Lauren because of the vibe and the fact I shot for them when I was younger.
Q: What cause or charity do you most identify with?
A: I definitely identify with ocean conservation. The ocean has always been a huge part of my life, and the least we can do as human beings is protect the earth along with its oceans. Pollution in our oceans has been a pressing issue for years now.
Q: What do you like to do in your free time?
A: I love working out, surfing, snowboarding, going on hikes, going on runs, playing video games, and hanging out with my friends.
Q: What is your favorite food?
A: My favorite food is Peruvian Ceviche. My mom is Peruvian, and I absolutely love their food overall.
Q: How did you get into modeling?
A: My parents got me into modeling when I was about two years old. I modeled as a child for a while until I decided to focus on school for a few years. I always knew I would go back to modeling after high school, therefore I moved out to LA.
Q: What’s one thing people don’t know about you?
A: I attend the University of Florida online and I received a full-ride scholarship. I received this scholarship through my grades and participation in high school
Q: How do you maintain your physique?
A: I maintain my physique by having a healthy eating lifestyle and working out 5 days a week. Surfing, snowboarding, and hikes definitely help with my cardio.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: The best way to describe my style is all over the place, because it really depends on what mood I am in that day. Some days I feel like going with baggy clothes, sometimes I like wearing designer, some days I enjoy looking preppy, and some days I like the grunge look.
Q: What’s your favorite song right now?
A: Emotionless by Drake
Q: What’s the biggest learning experience you’ve had?
A: I feel like going through life is a learning experience itself. For me specifically, moving across the country by myself has been a huge learning experience. Just living alone, meeting people out here, and getting used to California has been a learning experience. Also bouncing around to LA, MIA, and NY teaches many lessons.
Q: When do you feel the most inspired?
A: I feel the most inspired when I see that there are people out there that believe in me as much as I believe in myself.
Q: How would you define yourself in three words?
A: Adventurous, Ambitious, Curious
Q: What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve ever done in your life?
A: I’ve done many adventurous things in my life, such as fly over an active volcano in a helicopter, I’ve gone in submarines, and I’ve done some crazy long hikes to some of the highest mountains.
Q: What would you like the world to know about you?
A: I’d like the world to know that I am more than a male model. I’m also a man who cares about people’s well-being, I’m an athlete that loves to stay active, I’m a student that cares about his education, and I’m also someone that loves spending time with family.
Q: What’s the best thing that happened this year?
A: The best thing that has happened to me this year to far was signing with White Cross Management.
Q: Where is the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?
A: I’ve been blessed to be able to travel a lot at a young age, but if I had to choose, I’d say it would be in between Bali and Tahiti.
Q: What’s next for you?
A: Living in a multitude of different cities, meeting new people, and always being thankful for everything in every way